#58 From Reality TV to Sustainable Fashion: Eliza Batten on Co-Founding The Cirkel

Eliza Batten – is not just the IT girl from E4's Made in Chelsea – but a force to be reckoned with.

Making a transition from TV to entrepreneurship – Eliza co-founded The Cirkel - a hassle-free platform revolutionising the way we shop and sell quality, new-to-you fashion.

Join us as we dive deep into Eliza Batten's journey, from reality TV fame to making an impact in the world of sustainable fashion. She spills the secrets of life behind the camera, reveals shocking statistics about fashion's environmental impact, and shares her personal growth and triumphs as an entrepreneur.

Whether you're passionate about the environment, eager to overcome obstacles as a founder, or seeking personal growth, this episode is a must-listen.

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Trailer
02:12 – Lessons from Made in Chelsea Experience
05:50 – Confidence in Being on Camera
06:44 – Impact of Television Experience
09:50 – Visibility as a Founder
10:53 – The Cirkel
13:26 – Meeting Co-founder Through “Secondhand Saturdays”
15:13 – Making Your Own Luck
27:56 – Surprises of Being an Entrepreneur
30:34 – Importance of Difficult Conversations
36:17 – Challenges Faced by Startups
43:01 – Making Sustainable Fashion Accessible and Easy
50:43 – No 1 item we should we buy secondhand

Eliza Batten:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliza-batten-916178200
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabatten/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elizabatten

Cirkel:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.cirkel/
Website: https://www.thecirkel.com/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_cirkel

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